Mongooses are adorable furry creatures. Here are 5 facts you might not know about them!   1. Mongooses can kill venomous snakes Mongooses can kill snakes, including one of the most dangerous creatures on Earth - the dreaded King cobra.  First, their speed and agility helps them avoid the snake fangs and launch quick attacks.  But some species also have a resistance to neurotoxic snake venom, allowing them to keep fighting even after receiving a bite that would kill most animals their size. They are not immune to the venom, but have special mutations in their nervous system and the neurotoxin is less effective.   2. Mongooses “stink” Many mongoose species have a very strong, unpleasant smell due to secretions from...